Head of Finance

HAYS
London

Job Description

Head of Finance - SME Design Services/Agency - £90,000 to £120,000 (Office Based)

Your new company
A leading creative studio with an international footprint is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations across its UK and US entities.

As Head of Finance, you’ll act as the key financial partner to the Directors—owning financial reporting, controls, and planning while supporting the business through continued growth. You’ll ensure tight, reliable financial processes and provide clear insight to guide decision‑making.

Your new role
  • Produce timely monthly management accounts and project P&Ls
  • Deliver KPI reporting and commercial analysis
  • Oversee cashflow, treasury, budgeting and forecasting
  • Partner closely with Directors on financial decisions
  • Improve processes, controls and systems (incl. time‑billing)
  • Manage and develop a small finance team
  • Support year‑end and company secretarial requirements
  • Provide financial oversight across multiple revenue streams
  • Support new business areas with scalable financial operations
  • Handle sensitive professional and personal financial matters with discretion
What you'll need to succeed
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
  • 5+ years in a Head of Finance role within a project‑led or owner‑managed environment
  • Experience with international operations and FX
  • Strong leadership and team‑development ability
  • Process‑improvement mindset with commercial awareness
  • Confident communicator across Finance and non‑Finance teams
  • Detail‑driven, organised, and collaborative


    What you need to do now
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Posted 2026-04-04

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